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toe-in

[ toh-in ]
/ ˈtoʊˌɪn /

noun

the slight forward convergence given to the front wheels of an automobile to improve steering qualities.

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Origin of toe-in

First recorded in 1925–30

Words nearby toe-in

toed, toe dance, toe-drop, TOEFL, toehold, toe-in, toe loop, toenail, toe-out, toe pick, toepiece
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British Dictionary definitions for toe-in

toe-in

noun

a slight forward convergence given to the wheels of motor vehicles to improve steering and equalize tyre wear
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